How do I Repair a Cigarette Burn on a Sink?

Repair cigarette burns on a bathroom sink with the right products and methods. (Image: Bathroom image by Nikolay Okhitin from Fotolia.com)

A cigarette burn mark on your bathroom or kitchen sink is unsightly. The brown discoloration diminishes the overall appearance of the surface. Whether your sink is laminate, porcelain or a solid surface such as marble or granite, it is important to repair the cigarette burn mark carefully. Failure to follow the proper measures when repairing a sink burn mark can result is damage or scratches on the surface of the sink.

Things You'll Need

Rags

Mild dish soap

Plain white toothpaste

Old toothbrush

Soft scrub cleaner

Baking soda

Small bowl

Spoon

Solid surface cleaner

Fine-grit sandpaper

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Laminate Sinks

Wipe down the sink with a rag and mild dish soap. This will remove some of the discoloration from the surface.

Squeeze a thick layer of plain white toothpaste onto the burn spot. Let the toothpaste sit on the sink for 10 minutes.

Scrub the area briskly with an old toothbrush to remove the burn mark. Wipe with a soft cotton rag and water to remove the residue.

Scrub the area with a soft scrub cleaner and the old toothbrush if any of the burn mark remains. Apply some force when scrubbing to effectively remove the burn mark.

Wipe the area with a damp rag to remove any residue. Repeat scrubbing with the soft scrub cleaner, then wipe with a damp rag, until the burn mark is gone.

Porcelain Sinks

Wipe down the sink with a rag and mild dish soap. This will remove some of the discoloration from the surface.

Make a paste of three parts baking soda and one part water in a small bowl. Spread a thick layer of the paste directly onto the cigarette burn spot, then use your finger to rub it in. Let it sit for five minutes.